One of the greatest things about specialty coffee shops these days is the diversity in the coffees that are available to try. From light roasted washed coffees with notes of peach and berries, to dark roasted natural coffees with notes of dark chocolate and scorched almonds, we as consumers are spoilt for choice in the…

Hello, this is Harry! How have you been? Last time, we talked about coffee drinks based on milk, and today, I’d like to briefly discuss coffee drinks based on water. Americano: The Americano originated when Americans started adding water to dilute the strong flavor of Italian espresso. The typical water ratio is about 1:4, but…

With all the new and exciting coffees that are emerging from producers all around the world, we’re chartering into new territories with how complex and unique some of the flavors we’re tasting are. Its such a good segway into new combinations, being bold and trying what seems to be a little bit silly.   Its important…

Hello, I'm Harry. In our last session, we explored espresso and its various types. This time, let's dive into the world of milk-based coffee beverages, crafted with love using our private label coffee roasting expertise. Café Cortado Originating in Spain, Café Cortado is a popular milk coffee that perfectly balances locally roasted coffee with milk.…

Exploring Espresso: The Heart of Espresso-Based Beverages Hello! This is Harry. As summer ends and we transition into autumn, I hope you’re all taking good care of your health during this change of seasons. In our previous posts, we discussed how to understand Q.lab's coffee profiles. From this session, we will delve into espresso-based beverages,…

Summer was very busy for us at Chronicle for many reasons, one of them being move of our roastery, but also because of harvest period in South American countries, where our directly sourced coffee mainly come from. Our team visited Peru in July and Brazil in August, and Brazil is the topic of today’s article.…

Hello, I'm Harry! One of the most important elements when enjoying coffee is the tasting notes. This information, often found on coffee packages, describes the flavors and aromas of the coffee. Today, we'll explore how to interpret coffee tasting notes using the SCA Coffee Flavor Wheel. This wheel organizes the main categories of coffee flavors,…

Hello, I’m Harry. It’s hard to believe that we’re already on our fourth session discussing coffee. If you’ve been following along with me, I hope your journey with Q.lab Coffee has been even more enjoyable. Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of coffee processing methods. Coffee is not just a simple beverage; it undergoes…

Hello, this is Harry. Today, let's discuss one of the pieces of information found on coffee bean profile stickers: the origin of the beans. Before we dive into the origins, let's briefly review the types and characteristics of coffee beans. Coffee beans are generally classified into three main types: Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica. 1. Types…

Hello, this is Harry. As summer comes to an end and the cool breeze starts to sweep through Calgary, I invite you to take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee at Q.lab. It’s the perfect way to make the most of this lovely weather. When you visit our…

Have you ever enjoyed a cup of coffee made from a Chemex? You have probably seen the brewer in coffee shops and even in the background of classic TV shows and movies. Its hard to miss with its beautiful hourglass shape, which is ironic given how timeless this brewer has proven itself to be. Let’s…

Hello, I'm Harry.  I've taken my first steps as a barista with Qlab. Although I've only recently started working as a barista, I'm already enjoying wonderful times with our members and guests here.  I want to help you fully enjoy our coffee and space when you visit Q.lab. In the future, I’d like to discuss…